Editorial Producer, America's Newsroom

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News Media

FOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

“America’s Newsroom” is looking for a sharp, highly motivated Editorial Producer to join our team. This person will have a heavy hand in the planning and execution of the show by identifying essential editorial elements and timely guests that set the news agenda. You should have excellent editorial judgment, managerial skills, and breaking news experience. An understanding of DC politics and interest in general news is required. This position is Sunday – Thursday.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to daily editorial meetings with compelling stories and news angles

• Identify and research potential guest bookings, discussion topics and reporter assignments

• Monitor and flag key editorial drivers: soundbites, quotes, social posts, polls, live event coverage etc.

• Track breaking news and story developments across multiple platforms & ensure the right content is getting on air

• Write detailed segment summaries and produce visually rich elements to drive and elevate discussion

• Pitch enterprise package and touchscreen segment ideas

• Facilitate communication other producers, bookers, and anchors

• Monitor & contribute to the show’s social media footprint

• Manage futures calendar & stay ahead of the news cycle to contribute to next-day planning

• Handle various administrative tasks like maintaining the team’s online workspace and guest database

• Fill-in as control room line producer when needed

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 5+ years of experience in a newsroom environment, producing television newscasts

• Excellent organizational and managerial skills as well as the ability to create an environment that fosters teamwork

• Ability to recognize stories with high potential for compelling television

• Demonstrated experience working with on-air talent

• Ability to exhibit decisive and skilled management of a control room

• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and while meeting multiple daily deadlines

• Strong passion for and knowledge of current events, news, and politics

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $102,000.00-119,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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